Change of conditions for pilgrimages and visits to Holy Land

In light of the current security concerns in Israel, the Universal House of Justice has advised that, effective immediately, a change in policy has had to be implemented.

It is not possible for the Department of Pilgrimage to include non-Bahá’ís in the invitations to believers to come on pilgrimage or for brief visits except when these individuals are the parents, children, or spouses of the Bahá’ís who will accompany them.

A letter on behalf of the House of Justice on 28 June 2023 states: “The disappointment that some friends may experience as a result of this necessary step is regretted, and it is earnestly hoped that this restriction can be lifted at some point in the future.”

Prospective pilgrims and brief visitors may address their questions to the Department of Pilgrimage at pilgrimage@bwc.org or by telephone at +972 4 835 8511.